"Dragonair, dodge!"
Amidst the mountains, a Beartic unleashed a powerful Ice Beam towards Dragonair.
Hearing Draconis's command, Dragonair instinctively dodged, while retaliating with a scorching Dragon Breath from its mouth.
Dragon Breath seared the Beartic's fur. It grunted in pain, then abandoned its ranged attack, charging directly at Dragonair, swinging its sharp claws down heavily.
"Dragon Tail!"
Following Draconis's command, Dragonair sharply whipped its tail, meeting the Beartic's claws.
The two moves clashed, and the immense impact sent both Pokémon staggering backward.
However, the Beartic seized the opportunity while Dragonair was still recovering, unleashing an Ice Beam.
Under the type disadvantage, Dragonair cried out in pain, then lost its ability to battle.
The battle ended.
The Beartic contentedly received three fresh, juicy berries, happily waved at Draconis while holding the berries, then turned and ran off.
"...Indeed, the Ice type's advantage over Dragonair and Serperior is too significant."
Draconis sighed, then fed Dragonair a Potion and had Larvesta surround Dragonair, using its fiery temperature to warm Dragonair.
Draconis sat in place, pondering the key issues.
In the battle against Kyurem, Pokémon would not only face the powerful Kyurem but also the extreme low temperatures of the Ice Arena.
Cold environments would slow down the blood flow within Pokémon, thus making their movements sluggish, which was extremely disadvantageous in battle.
"First, both I and my Pokémon, Dragonair included, should adapt to this extreme environment," Draconis thought to himself.
He remembered a waterfall on the way here. Due to the special local environment, the waterfall's temperature was extremely low, and cold air emanated from the water's surface.
That place, for them, would be a good training ground.
After a short rest, Draconis brought his Pokémon to that location.
He looked at the Pokémon beside him and said to them:
"Dragonair, Serperior, the upcoming training method might be a bit harsh. If you can't keep going, don't force yourselves. Remember to get out of the water immediately, understood? But don't be afraid, I'll be with you."
"Woo?"
The Pokémon were a bit confused.
Draconis turned his gaze to the icefall behind him.
As a Trainer, he couldn't let his Pokémon train in it by themselves.
Recalling the exaggerated super physique of humans in the Pokémon world, Draconis immediately took off his clothes and jumped under the waterfall, letting the icy water wash over his body.
Hiss! So cold!
Seeing this, the Pokémon immediately understood what was happening!
Dragonair was the first to dive under the waterfall, staying by Draconis's side.
The icy water rushed over its body. Although it was very uncomfortable, Dragonair held on for Draconis!
Serperior then leaped in.
Larvesta looked at the icy water with some hesitation. It anxiously crawled back and forth on the shore, then, as if having made some kind of decision, plunged into Draconis's arms, trying its best to warm Draconis with its body heat.
"nini..."
Victini flew anxiously by the shore.
It also wanted to fly in, but Draconis stopped it.
"Victini, just stay on the shore and wait for us."
After all, Victini was a companion he had played with since childhood, not his Pokémon.
But in this situation, Victini couldn't possibly do nothing.
A moment later, it flew into the waterfall, activated its racial ability, generated infinite energy within its body, and shared it with Draconis and his Pokémon!
Draconis only felt a warm, scorching energy surge into his body, making him feel as if he had endless strength.
This energy spread through his limbs, protecting their bodies.
"If you can't hold on, come back to shore immediately, understood?" Draconis instructed.
"Woo!"
"Meeh-lah!"
The Pokémon were all enduring, striving to adapt to this extreme environment for Draconis.
On the cliff, Kyurem silently watched the scene below.
"Hmph."
It snorted coldly, seemingly containing a special emotion.
A moment later, Kyurem turned and slowly left the area.
Time quietly flowed. With the combination of icefall training and practical combat training,
Both Draconis and his Pokémon, Dragonair included, were slowly adapting to the cold environment.
Gradually, the impact of the cold on them became smaller and smaller, while the time they could endure under the icefall increased daily.
Meanwhile, deep within the Giant Chasm...
A major battle had just concluded.
Terrakion, Cobalion, and Virizion were covered in wounds, panting as they looked at the Ice Dragon opposite them.
The impatient Terrakion grinned, very satisfied with this training: "Thank you, sir!"
Virizion and Cobalion also nodded slightly, expressing their gratitude to the stern Kyurem before them.
The training ended. Although they lost the battle, they learned a lot from it, and their control over the Sacred Sword became even more proficient.
"Hmm..." Kyurem's voice was heavy.
However, it did not leave.
Seeing this, Cobalion was slightly startled, then asked: "Does Your Excellency have something to say to us?"
Kyurem cast its icy gaze upon him.
After a long pause, its deep and ancient voice resonated in the hearts of the Swords of Justice.
"You encountered a human on your way here, did you not?"
Human?
The three Swords of Justice immediately thought of the human who called himself Draconis.
Thinking of this, Terrakion couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.
He had been blinded by anger and attacked the other party indiscriminately.
If he could meet the person again, he would have to apologize properly.
Cobalion calmly asked: "May I ask what Your Excellency is referring to?"
"I need you to go and guide him," Kyurem's voice was ethereal and ancient, containing an irresistible majesty.
Although it was missing a part of its body, leaving only a shell, it still possessed the ability to foresee the future and perceive the world's destiny.
The world would change because of this person.
His ideals and truth would fill the missing power and body, allowing it to regain its true strength.
Hearing these words, the three Swords of Justice were all slightly startled.
A moment later, Cobalion bowed slightly: "We understand."
*
"Dragonair, Thunderbolt!"
Following Draconis's command, Dragonair erupted with dazzling electrical energy, defeating a wild Weavile.
The battle ended. Draconis stroked Dragonair's head, praising: "Excellent! You've improved a lot again."
"Woo~"
Serperior, Larvesta, and Victini were also very happy about this.
But just then, a familiar voice suddenly came from the giant rock behind them.
"Hey! To defeat Kyurem, that alone isn't enough!"
Draconis turned around and saw the three Swords of Justice, led by Cobalion, standing on a giant rock, looking at him.
It was Terrakion, who he had battled a few days ago, who spoke.
Now seeing Draconis again, Terrakion jumped off the giant rock, walked up to him, and with a broad, carefree smile, said:
"Human, I was wrong that day. I apologize to you!"
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